OMU Water
Clean Water for Our Community
For more than 100 years, Owensboro Municipal Utilities has provided clean, dependable water to Owensboro and the surrounding region. Today, water treated by OMU serves more than 100,000 residents and businesses across Owensboro, Daviess County and portions of neighboring counties.
As a community-owned utility, OMU carefully manages every stage of the process—from protecting our water source to treatment, testing and delivery.
Naturally Filtered at the Source
Although Owensboro sits along the Ohio River, our drinking water does not come from the river. It comes from a deep underground aquifer on the northeast side of the city.
As water moves through layers of earth, it is naturally filtered before reaching the aquifer. OMU draws this groundwater through a system of wells and transports it to the Cavin Water Treatment Plant, where it is treated and prepared for distribution throughout the community.
Tested Every Day
OMU maintains its own water-quality laboratories, where experienced, certified personnel conduct chemical and bacteriological testing throughout the year. Samples are collected from each stage of the treatment process and from locations across the distribution system to help ensure the safety and quality of the water delivered to our customers.
The expanded Cavin Water Treatment Plant can treat up to 30 million gallons per day, providing the capacity necessary to serve Owensboro and the water districts that reach communities throughout Daviess County.
Water Information & Resources
Rules & Regulations
Review the policies and requirements governing water service from OMU.
Water Quality Reports
View annual reports detailing the quality and safety of water treated by OMU.
Protecting Our Drinking Water
Learn how OMU protects the underground aquifer that supplies our community’s water.
Backflow Prevention
Understand how backflow can affect the water system and the measures required to prevent it.
PFAS Awareness
Learn about PFAS, ongoing monitoring and what these substances mean for drinking water.
Lead Awareness
Find information about lead in drinking water and OMU’s efforts to identify and reduce potential exposure.
Water FAQs
Find answers to common questions about water service, quality, pressure, leaks and other topics.
Boil Water Advisories
View current advisories and learn what to do when a boil water advisory is issued.